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About the Discovery Centre

Experience an interactive journey through CSIRO and Australian science history, showcasing our innovative science and technology to solve Australia’s greatest challenges.

Canberra's Discovery Centre offers a facilitated program called 'Discover CSIRO' for visiting school groups. The program runs for 90 minutes and is suitable for all ages.

'Discover CSIRO' is a popular and engaging exhibition-based program covering all general capabilities of the curriculum, focusing on ICT capability as well as critical and creative thinking. Students participate in an interactive activity to discover how CSIRO's innovations in science, technology, engineering and maths have influenced their lives.

Information for the CSIRO Discovery Centre

Location

See CSIRO Discovery Centre location and map for how to get there. The entrance to the Discovery Centre is clearly marked at our Black Mountain site in Canberra.

Accessibility

If you require special considerations for your group visit, please contact the Discovery Centre reception on school.booking@csiro.au.

Parking

Accessible parking spaces are available on North Science Rd, next to the public entrance of the Discovery Centre. Please refer to the CSIRO Discovery Centre location and map for more location details.

Access

The Discovery Centre is located on the ground floor of the Discovery Building. There is a flight of stairs or a lift leading to the Discovery Centre on the ground floor. Additional seating is available in the exhibit spaces.

Wheelchairs

The Discovery Centre exhibition space is wheelchair accessible, with signage and displays appropriate for seated height. There is a wheelchair available for use if required (free of charge).

Bathrooms

There are public bathroom located on Level 1 and Level 2 in the Discovery Centre. There is a unisex, ambulant accessible bathroom located on Level 2 (access via the lift or stairs).

Sensory accessibility

The Discovery Centre has written explanations for exhibits and open captioned videos.

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